In this episode of Change Agent Leadership, host Jonathan Hankin breaks down the core framework from the book Switch by Chip and Dan Heath: the Rider, the Elephant, and the Path. Whether you’re leading a team, shifting organizational culture, or tackling personal habits, real change requires aligning emotion, logic, and environment.
Jonathan shares key strategies to:
Packed with leadership insight, actionable tips, and weekly challenges, this episode will help you lead meaningful, lasting change—starting today.
00:00 Introduction to Change Agent Leadership
00:26 Understanding the Elephant and the Rider
03:15 Directing the Rider: Clear Directions for Change
06:05 Motivating the Elephant: Emotional Engagement
08:32 Shaping the Path: Creating a Supportive Environment
10:07 Weekly Action Plan and Final Thoughts
10:44 Conclusion and Call to Action
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